I titled this blog Mobile Kodgers because it began as a report on the first Mobile Codgers Rendezvous---which I organized. I've kept the title and expanded my reports to include everything that I find interesting in my travels. I walk in the footsteps of Thoreau, "advancing confidently in the direction of my dreams", proving with my life that deep freedom is possible and easier than imagined.
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Friday, July 14, 2017

TIME---THE CURRENCY OF LIFE---HOW ARE YOU SPENDING IT?

HERE'S HOW I'M SPENDING MINE:

Competed in a Poetry Slam. This pretty lady sat beside me and announced that she was inspired by my blog to move into a van and take to the open road. I have a lot to answer for.

You will recognize my old friends Laurie and CB. We spent a whole day making this truck comfortable to camp in. She insisted on plexiglass windows and a shaded roof strong enough to sleep on.

Breaking camp, I share a goodbye meal with Laurie and Kat. We are headed in three different direction

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My first stop is only 20 miles away, camping with an old friend in this lovely spot with a view of Mt Humphrey. (12,633 ft--highest point in Az)

Then on toward Santa Fe, I pause for the night near the border with New Mexico. Every exit usually offers little roads into the desert--away from the interstate noise.

Arriving at my friends place near Santa Fe. He has 5 acres.

That's him on the right--Bushrod, my oldest friend--40 plus years. You may recognize Debora and CB from our last campsite who arrive shortly afterwards. (everyone travels separately--the only way to feel free)

Once settled in here, CB gets busy recording a new musician. (Simon) If you are unfamiliar with his hobby of recording musicians? Click here for a sample of his fine work.

This was an ego boosting moment: In Sam's club I was surprised when this guy called my name and said " I recognize you from the movie". Without Bounds

Enjoyed an amazing experience of virtual reality..

and an outdoor symphony.---they played all the 4th of July favorites.

Attended a session of professional poets in this building and afterwards witnessed this dragon tearing its way out of the building.

CB found a musician on the plaza--brought him to the studio on his scooter.

The guy , Ricky, a singer/songwriter/musician was a terrific guitar player and seemed deeply grateful that someone with the CB's skill and equipment would polish his music and provide him with a demo record he can use to promote himself.

10 comments:

==========It looks like you're towing your TT with your new-to-you van. Do you plan on moving into the van at some point and ditching the TT? Going "small" again? We're still fulltiming (20 months and counting) and it was great to meet you in person our first winter at the Slabs (2015). Currently in Portland and headed to Boise area on Monday -- loving the life a little more each day :)==========sail4free==========

What a thrilling life you have, Randy! It helps to have earned your financial freedom. I hope to do that sooner, rather than later! However, I'm grateful that I can enjoy building my business while boondocking instead of going to a brick and mortar school everyday! You've enjoyed many years like this. It's enviable to so many! What a gift of time. I enjoy seeing how you spend it with so many friends! Lastly, I LOVE your new van! I wonder if you're going to soon "drop off" the trailer and just live in the van. He he!

Thank you sweet people for your responses. Yes, it is my intention to GO SMALL AND MOVE INTO THE VAN WHEN i CAN MAKE IT COMFORTABLE. Going to take awhile and meantime I'll tow the trailer.And Anonymous: very perceptive of you to notice my hand in pict 12. Yeah, I couldn't resist.Gotta ask you, however, do you think that lady is real or just part of the painting?

Sundeep: You ask a very interesting question. (why is it so hard to break loose and get mobile?) I will throw the question open to my readers and even pass it on to Bob Wells and well as giving it some thought myself and reporting back to you.

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"BRAINGLOW" Is my goal! It glows when experience is flowing through me; when I am interested, challenged, on purpose. Slow travel and short visits have proved optimal for my purpose. I won my financial freedom 30 plus years ago by efficient living and house renovation. Now I wander and wonder---read, write, play, dance, sing, engage whoever interests me and regularly report via this blog. I urge my readers to consider a "heroes' journey" for their life---1. Respond to ones' fascinations 2. wake up ones' creativity 3. Share your adventure.
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